Electric roller shutters in Folkestone
Need an electric roller shutter in Folkestone? We survey the opening, tell you what to check on consent, then make and fit it. Guide prices start at £1,450 plus VAT.
- Guide price, plus VAT
- £1,450 to £3,995
- Lead time
- 2 to 3 weeks after survey
How does it work in Folkestone?
A job starts the same way wherever you are: a measured survey, a look at the lintel and floor level, and a conversation about how the unit trades. We cover postcodes including CT20, CT19 and CT18, and we also work nearby in Hythe and Dover.
What makes the difference?
What will my insurer want?
Some insurers name a shutter type or rating, and many ask for locks and service records. Ask them before you order, as it saves a change later.
Does a shutter need planning permission?
An external shutter usually does. Many councils resist solid external shutters, and some resist perforated ones too. An internal grille or shutter is usually the safer route, so we can advise what to check before you order.
What about a fire exit?
A shutter must never trap people in. If it covers an escape route, it needs to be open while the premises are occupied, or opened easily from inside.
How much will it cost?
| Opening width | Typical unit | Guide price plus VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 m | A typical single shop unit | £1,450 to £1,995 |
| 3 to 4 m | A wider single unit | £1,895 to £2,595 |
| 4 to 5 m | A double-fronted or corner unit | £2,395 to £3,195 |
| 5 to 6 m | A large double unit | £2,895 to £3,995 |
Guide prices, not offers. Your written quotation sets the final figure.
Will this need planning permission in Folkestone?
Probably, if it is external. Folkestone and Hythe District Council decides. Many councils resist solid external shutters, and some resist perforated ones too. Illuminated signs can need advertisement consent, depending on size, position and area. Listed buildings need listed building consent as well.
What do people ask about electric roller shutters in Folkestone?
How soon can you fit an electric roller shutter in Folkestone?
Lead time is 2 to 3 weeks after survey. We agree the fitting day with you.
Can you match the shutter to my shopfront?
Yes. We powder coat to a RAL colour to match your frame as closely as we can.
Do I need planning permission for a shutter in Folkestone?
An external shutter usually needs it, and Folkestone and Hythe District Council decides. Many councils resist solid external shutters, and some resist perforated ones too.
Do electric shutters work in a power cut?
Yes, by hand, if a manual override is fitted. We specify one on new electric shutters.
Where else do we fit electric roller shutters near Folkestone?
What else can we do in Folkestone?
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